Tow hook license plate bracket
#1
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Tow hook license plate bracket
Hi All,
Recently worked with the fine folks over at Rho-Plate to create a tow hook adapter for the Z06 that would allow me to use their very nice and flexible license plate mounting kit. The guys were a pleasure to work with - we emailed back and forth a few template cutouts that I tried to determine fitment and clearance. Then they went quick to work machining and powdercoating the parts. End result is fantastic. Notice the reduced neck size to avoid flexing the grill. Don't believe they are a supporting vendor on the forum yet (I've encouraged them to sign up) but I highly recommend their product. The Z06 kit is not yet on their website - I was their guinea pig but now that we've confirmed fitment, it'll probably go live soon. You can always email or call them - really nice guys to work with.
Attached are a few pics.
Recently worked with the fine folks over at Rho-Plate to create a tow hook adapter for the Z06 that would allow me to use their very nice and flexible license plate mounting kit. The guys were a pleasure to work with - we emailed back and forth a few template cutouts that I tried to determine fitment and clearance. Then they went quick to work machining and powdercoating the parts. End result is fantastic. Notice the reduced neck size to avoid flexing the grill. Don't believe they are a supporting vendor on the forum yet (I've encouraged them to sign up) but I highly recommend their product. The Z06 kit is not yet on their website - I was their guinea pig but now that we've confirmed fitment, it'll probably go live soon. You can always email or call them - really nice guys to work with.
Attached are a few pics.
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lordofwar (10-24-2022)
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What is their contact info
Hi All,
Recently worked with the fine folks over at Rho-Plate to create a tow hook adapter for the Z06 that would allow me to use their very nice and flexible license plate mounting kit. The guys were a pleasure to work with - we emailed back and forth a few template cutouts that I tried to determine fitment and clearance. Then they went quick to work machining and powdercoating the parts. End result is fantastic. Notice the reduced neck size to avoid flexing the grill. Don't believe they are a supporting vendor on the forum yet (I've encouraged them to sign up) but I highly recommend their product. The Z06 kit is not yet on their website - I was their guinea pig but now that we've confirmed fitment, it'll probably go live soon. You can always email or call them - really nice guys to work with.
Attached are a few pics.
Recently worked with the fine folks over at Rho-Plate to create a tow hook adapter for the Z06 that would allow me to use their very nice and flexible license plate mounting kit. The guys were a pleasure to work with - we emailed back and forth a few template cutouts that I tried to determine fitment and clearance. Then they went quick to work machining and powdercoating the parts. End result is fantastic. Notice the reduced neck size to avoid flexing the grill. Don't believe they are a supporting vendor on the forum yet (I've encouraged them to sign up) but I highly recommend their product. The Z06 kit is not yet on their website - I was their guinea pig but now that we've confirmed fitment, it'll probably go live soon. You can always email or call them - really nice guys to work with.
Attached are a few pics.
Tkx
#4
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I agree, though I've already been pulled over once for not having a front plate. First time in years that's happened, but the cop said they're increasing patrols. Fortunately, he was a vette fan and let me go with a warning. Either way, don't want to deal with the risk. This is easy enough to put on and take off.
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#6
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I agree, though I've already been pulled over once for not having a front plate. First time in years that's happened, but the cop said they're increasing patrols. Fortunately, he was a vette fan and let me go with a warning. Either way, don't want to deal with the risk. This is easy enough to put on and take off.
#8
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Need to remove the plate and plate bracket first. The plate bracket sits pretty close to the grill and body of the car, so twisting it off with the plate and bracket still on would hit the body. That said, it just takes a couple minutes to do.
#10
Intermediate
I bought the RHo Plate Tow Hook Mount, Great Product.
At first when installing the tow hook, seems like does not fit the threads.
Emailed the company and they explained it's due to the threads inside the car when it's manufactured have a coating or paint in them. I used a spray on chain lube and a 3/4 socket to work it in. Now it's threading perfectly !
Highly recommend this plate mount !
At first when installing the tow hook, seems like does not fit the threads.
Emailed the company and they explained it's due to the threads inside the car when it's manufactured have a coating or paint in them. I used a spray on chain lube and a 3/4 socket to work it in. Now it's threading perfectly !
Highly recommend this plate mount !
#11
Intermediate
I bought the RHo Plate Tow Hook Mount, Great Product.
At first when installing the tow hook, seems like does not fit the threads.
Emailed the company and they explained it's due to the threads inside the car when it's manufactured have a coating or paint in them. I used a spray on chain lube and a 3/4 socket to work it in. Now it's threading perfectly !
Highly recommend this plate mount !
At first when installing the tow hook, seems like does not fit the threads.
Emailed the company and they explained it's due to the threads inside the car when it's manufactured have a coating or paint in them. I used a spray on chain lube and a 3/4 socket to work it in. Now it's threading perfectly !
Highly recommend this plate mount !
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Have you guys noticed any issues when mounting the plate at the far set of holes with it wanting to flex back towards the body at higher speeds? Because to clear the cameras it looks like it must be mounted at the far set of holes, which would also put the plate closer to the center of the car. Feedback from you guys that have now used this for a while would be great!
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